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US/nɪˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/
UK/nɪˈɡəʊ.ʃi.eɪt/
to discuss something with other people in order to reach an agreement
In context
Before you accept the offer, try to negotiate a higher starting salary.
The union negotiated with management for three weeks before they reached a deal.
Vietnam has negotiated trade agreements with the EU and several Asian countries.
Words that go with negotiate
verb + noun
- negotiate a dealOur lawyer helped us negotiate a deal with the landlord.
- negotiate a salaryMany women feel uncomfortable when they negotiate a salary.
- negotiate a contractThe club is trying to negotiate a contract with the young striker.
verb + preposition
- negotiate withThe government refused to negotiate with the protesters.
verb + adverb
- negotiate successfullyTo negotiate successfully, you must know what the other side wants.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We negotiated about the price with them.Correct: We negotiated the price with them.